Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Blake Silas ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit our portfolio website at blakesilas.com (the "Website"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us through forms on the Website
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Submit comments or feedback
1.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our Website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:
- IP address and general location
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referral sources
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
2.1 Third-Party Analytics and Marketing
When you visit or log in to our website, cookies and similar technologies may be used by our online data partners or vendors to associate these activities with other personal information they or others have about you, including by association with your email. We (or service providers on our behalf) may then send communications and marketing to these emails.
You may opt out of receiving this advertising by visiting:
https://app.retention.com/optoutGDPR Compliance: You also have the option to opt out of the collection of your personal data in compliance with GDPR. To exercise this option, please visit:
https://www.rb2b.com/rb2b-gdpr-opt-out2.2 Essential Cookies
We use essential cookies necessary for the website to function properly, including session management and security features.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the Website
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Improve our Website and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Send marketing communications (with your consent)
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing
We may share your information with:
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website operations, analytics, and marketing
- Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Object to Processing: Object to certain types of data processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Website: blakesilas.com
Email: Contact via website form
Compliance Statement
This privacy policy has been updated to reflect our use of third-party tracking technologies and complies with applicable privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and other data protection laws. We are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of your personal information.